Immortalized Through Music
On May 29, 2022, Sidhu Moose Wala was fatally shot, sending shockwaves worldwide.He was murdered in the Mansa district of Punjab, India. The attack occurred in the village of Jawaharke, near his hometown, just a day after the Punjab government had withdrawn or reduced security cover for several individuals, including Moose Wala. He was traveling in a Mahindra Thar SUV with two companions when their vehicle was intercepted and subjected to a barrage of gunfire by unidentified assailants. Moose Wala suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead after being rushed to a hospital; his companions were also injured in the attack.

The aftermath of the incident saw Canadian-based gangster Goldy Brar, allegedly associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, claim responsibility for the killing through social media. This assertion led to a widespread investigation, resulting in multiple arrests linked to the planning and execution of the murder. The public reaction to Moose Wala’s death was one of profound shock, resonating deeply across the music and entertainment industries, as well as among his vast fan base worldwide.

News of Sidhu’s death trended globally on social media within hours, with tributes flooding in from fans, politicians, and artists. Punjab declared a three-day mourning period, while impromptu vigils erupted worldwide—from the streets of Brampton, Canada, to London’s Southall, where thousands gathered, chanting his lyrics and lighting candles beneath murals of his likeness. His funeral in Moosa village drew over 100,000 mourners, a testament to his deep connection with Punjab’s youth and rural communities.